tamales

Tamaladas are gatherings that allow families to come together to make large batches of tamales and share in intergenerational traditions.

La Gran Tamalada is happening this weekend downtown at Market Square.

“Tamales are not easy to make. And it takes a whole community, a whole family.”

People who make homemade tamales, usually have a unique ritual, an improvisation, a tried-and-true rule, a tip from a sage abuelita, a fusion style approach or an unlikely, unconventional ingredient that's really delicious. Tell us your tamalada trick or tale! We might use what you share for an upcoming story on TPR!

The art of making tamales during the holidays is a tradition that many Mexican families in the Texas and all over the world hold near and dear to their heart. It’s a tradition passed down from generation to generation. A group of Texas women who call themselves Las Tamaleras are keeping the tradition alive.

The FBI would not confirm what kind of activity was taking place, nor would it confirm the business it was at. However, FBI agents could be seen at the San Antonio location Wednesday afternoon.

The museum was founded in June 2022 by eight individuals who wanted to highlight Mexican American history and culture. Two of the co-founders, Gus Hinojosa and Juanita Nañez, discuss what led to the creation of the museum, its inaugural exhibit, and why it was important to create a space for Mexican American contributions.

The play — going on its 27th year in San Antonio — was written, produced and directed by Alicia Mena. She spoke about what inspired her to write the play and the impact it has had on audiences.

NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Juan Carlos Barajas, culinary director of the Indio International Tamale Festival happening in California's Coachella Valley.

There's more than turkey and ham on the holiday table in San Antonio. It's the busiest time of the year for the family-operated Delicious Tamales.